Australia's theatre industry is in dire straits, experts warn, after two major touring musicals and a $20 million opera were cancelled within a single week. The cancellations have sparked urgent calls for federal government intervention through tax reform to prevent further collapse.
Tax Reform Needed to Save Theatre
Industry leaders argue that without significant tax changes, Australian theatre will continue to struggle. The cancellation of high-profile productions, including a planned tour of Waitress to Sydney, highlights the financial pressures facing the sector. Photograph: Brittany Long/Getty Images
Share Bikes Reined In
In Sydney, shared e-bikes cluttering footpaths will be removed under new funding for marked parking bays, addressing community anger over the scattered bikes.
Liberal Party at Historic Low
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh has suggested the party may need a 'rebrand' to regain voter support, as the Coalition hits a new historic polling low.
Gold Coast Tragedy
A Gold Coast woman died from gunshot wounds in an alleged domestic violence murder, described as 'a beautiful young mother' who leaves behind a two-year-old son.
Lehrmann Loses Legal Bid
Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann has lost a legal bid to access all footage from a documentary featuring Brittany Higgins.
World News
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Germany Shooting
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Andy Burnham's Devolution Plan
Andy Burnham plans to establish 'No 10 North' as a nerve centre for rewiring Britain, overseeing devolution of power and resources across the UK.
US Supreme Court Rulings
The US Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump can fire leaders of independent agencies, ending 90 years of precedent. It also rejected Trump's appeal against the E Jean Carroll verdict and found his firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook unconstitutional.
Penelope Keith Dies at 86
Penelope Keith, star of To the Manor Born and The Good Life, has died aged 86. An obituary notes her unerring ability to portray domineering snobs with a heart.
World Cup Roundup
Brazil overcame Japan 2-1 in Houston with a last-minute winner. Canada's round of 32 win against South Africa has sparked hope for hosting the tournament. Germany and Paraguay kicked off in Boston, and the Netherlands play Morocco later.
In-Depth: America's 250th Anniversary
Our Washington bureau chief, David Smith, reports that Donald Trump is twisting America's 250th anniversary celebrations into a joyless occasion.
Not the News: Archery
Kate Leaver's love of The Hunger Games inspired her to take up archery, and she delights in hitting targets with arrows.
Sport
Sam Kerr joins Gotham FC in the National Women's Soccer League. West Indies captain Hayley Matthews says her team has 'nothing to lose' in their Women's T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia. New Zealand won a Test series in England for the fourth time, ending Ben Stokes' international career.
Media Roundup
The Telegraph reports a family forced to move from Sydney's Green Square due to a lack of high schools. The Courier Mail says a body found in Brisbane is believed to be that of a legendary missing restaurateur.
What's Happening Today
Pro-Palestine protesters rally in Brisbane to challenge new LNP state government laws. The RBA releases board meeting minutes.
